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Asked for Female, 32 years old from Gurgaon
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Last Updated: 8 years ago• Featured Tip
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Ingrown toenails have become a common trouble these days and there are many causes that are responsible for the same. Nail edges or corners mostly get affected by this trouble. It often appears to be a toenail infection while it is not so. Bigger toes are highly prone to this toenail issue; therefore you need to be very careful.
Before the issue can become serious, you should take careful steps to prevent the same. Medical advice is required so that the right treatment can be chosen, wh...more
Before the issue can become serious, you should take careful steps to prevent the same. Medical advice is required so that the right treatment can be chosen, wh...more
Last Updated: 8 years ago• Featured Tip
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Your nail health might serve as a primary indicator of your overall health. Your nails need proper care to remain strong and healthy. If you notice dents or ridges on them, then it might indicate an underlying medical condition , which would require prompt medical attention. Healthy finger nails are supposed to be smooth and uniform in color with no spots or discoloration. Sometimes, there can be development of harmful vertical ridges from the tip of your nail till the cuticle, which can become ...more
Last Updated: 8 years ago• Featured Tip
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Epidermolysis bullosa simplex is a genetic disorder that results in the skin turning fragile and blister prone. Any small injury or friction created due to rubbing of the skin might lead to blister formation. In some cases, blisters may occur inside the mouth and on the cheeks. Normally, the cause of the disease is linked to defective genes.The condition is usually inherited and the symptoms start flaring in childhood. In some cases, the symptoms start during the early twenties.
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Asked for male, 28 years old from Delhi
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Fungal infection in the nails is caused by an overgrowth of fungi in your nails. When the growth of fungus happens on the fingernails or toenails, it is known as onychomycosis or tinea unguium.
Here are the probable causes of why you might get a fungal nail infection:
Diabetes
Problems in your circulatory system
Age
Artificial nails
Swimming in public pools
Nail injuries
Skin injuries surrounding the nail
Fingers or toes, which have been moist for an...more
Here are the probable causes of why you might get a fungal nail infection:
Diabetes
Problems in your circulatory system
Age
Artificial nails
Swimming in public pools
Nail injuries
Skin injuries surrounding the nail
Fingers or toes, which have been moist for an...more
Last Updated: 8 years ago• Featured Tip
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Nail fungus is a very common problem. Symptoms include inflammation, swelling, yellowing, thickening or crumbling of the nail. It is usually not painful, unless the infection spreads. If left untreated, nail fungus can cause cracking, splitting and even complete loss of the nail. The good news is that nail fungus is curable and can be treated very easily. There are many specialized treatments required for bringing quickest recovery. Most people think that medications are the only solution in thi...more
Asked for male, 26 years old from Bellary
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Asked for male, 25 years old from Kolkata
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your condition is ingrowing toe nails and its a chronic disease and it cannot be cure with operation or surgery as it is proved in your case by recurrence in other side. surgery or antibiotic will give a temporary relief and will not prevent the recurrence. Homoeopathic approach here can be applied as you know every disease from cold to cancer is caused by altered immunity and in your case also. this altered immunity is determined by your genetic make up which need to be studied on consultation ...more
Asked for male, 65 years old from Udaipur
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